Summary This Supervisory DRT (CT) position is assigned to the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, Imaging Service; Computed Tomography section within the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, Bay Pines, FL. The Supervisor leads team members in varying assignments including special and complex CT examinations and procedures within the Computed Tomography section. Responsibilities The Supervisor leads team members in varying assignments including special and complex CT examinations and procedures within the Computed Tomography section, with and without the use of contrast materials, 100% of the time, and is accountable to the Chief Technologist. The incumbent functions as section supervisor for a group of DRTs at the GS-10 level and below, which may include support staff. The duties of the Supervisory DRT (CT) include but not limited to the following: Assigns, manages and directs the work of subordinate technologists when examinations and/or procedures require assistance; directs all section schedules in a manner so as to optimize workflow while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases, rearranging patients to accommodate these requests. This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient. Reviews work in progress, or upon completion, to ascertain problems and takes required corrective action. Ensures all procedures and general operations are performed to meet The Joint Commission Standards. Provides instruction and solutions to difficult problems that arise in the section(s). The incumbent must be able to give guidance in expeditious flow of productivity in all section(s). Responsible for management of Human Resource aspects of service operations, including hiring and disciplinary action, Labor/Management relations, performance appraisals, and professional boarding procedures for Technologists. Responsible for resource management and distribution, assessing staffing levels and needs, space planning, and assessing equipment and technology needs along with corresponding requests for needed resources. Develops and maintains a weekly rotational technologist schedule to ensure fair and equal assignments of the technologists and their duties. Determines staffing requirements based on past, present, and future workload patterns and develops the weekly/monthly work schedules. Organizes staff work assignments, including lunch and break rotations. Reports absences and tardiness to Chief Technologist: recommends the reassignment of techs if necessary because of call-ins or increased/decreased workload. Initiates recommendations to higher authorities on changes to increase productivity, revise staffing, assure cost efficiency and improve morale. Prepares meeting agendas and hold routine meetings with staff to communicate changes and expectations for each section under their supervision. Direct interaction is expected to ensure new processes and procedures are implemented and all employees are able to comply and conform to the direction. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm Telework: 1-2 days/PP Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Functional Statement #: 20637F Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENTS Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g.) English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d). Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from [other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE). Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in VHA as a DRT on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the DRT occupation. For employees who do not meet all of the basic requirements in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply: DRTs that require a certification, may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journeyman) level, or changed to lower grade within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions. DRTs that require a certification only at higher grade levels must meet the certification requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels. DRTs who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard. DRTs initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or certification that meet all of the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation. Employees who are retained as a DRT under this provision and subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry as a DRT. GRADE DETERMINATIONS Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) GS-11 Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-10) level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a Supervisory Radiologic Technologist in the CT modality. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)s: Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation. Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage section workload, quality, performance, and productivity. Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution. Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT, MRI, Special Procedures, Mammography, Ultrasound). Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions, evaluate subordinate performance, recommend appointments, advancements, or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions. Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees. Physical Requirements. The physical demands of the work includes: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; pushing up to 4 hours; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, prolonged standing; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); speed in working; and emotional stability. Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time. For additional information, see VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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